Black Chair Painted Black: Not a Dramatic Change But it's Dramatically Different!

I've been searching for a wood chair to pair with a writing desk that I have in my booth. My camera started malfunctioning during this project, so I apologize for the poor photo quality.

Before

I found this chair on a recent trip to the local Restore. It was wobbly, but that was an easy fix by simply tightening the screws underneath. I did want a black chair, but this one had a shiny finish that was uneven and it wasn't exactly what I had in mind. So I decided to give it a classic matte finish using chalk paint.

Before: Uneven spray painted finish.

During (my camera started to die at this point)

There were some nicks, scratches and gouges on the seat.

Before: Scratched and nicked finish.

I applied Plastic Wood to the most severe areas. Less severe scratches I left as-is.

Repairs were made with plastic wood.

First I turned the chair upside down to paint the underside of the chair including the cross supports.

Turn the chair upside down to begin painting.

After the paint is dry I turn the chair right side up and paint the rest. I use a small brush to paint the tight areas and use a larger brush on the rest.

Use a small brush for the tight spaces.

After 

The new coat of black paint has a matte finish which I think gives it a more classic look. (I used the camera on my phone for the after photos.)

After: A matte finish gives the wood chair a classic look

Don't be afraid of brushstrokes.

I sealed the chair with soft clear wax.

Sealed with soft clear wax.

Once again, not a dramatic change, but trust me it is dramatically different!

Before and After